Vohimasina Nord
Vohimasina Nord is a town and commune in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Manakara, which is a part of Vatovavy-Fitovinany Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 22,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
Vohimasina Nord | |
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  Vohimasina Nord Location in Madagascar | |
| Coordinates: 21°44′S 48°8′E | |
| Country |  |
| Region | Vatovavy-Fitovinany |
| District | Manakara |
| Elevation | 19 m (62 ft) |
| Population (2001)[2] | |
| • Total | 22,000 |
| Time zone | UTC3 (EAT) |
Primary and junior level secondary education are available in town. The majority 90.3% of the population of the commune are farmers. The most important crop is cloves, while other important products are oranges, cassava and rice. Industry and services provide employment for 1.5% and 2.2% of the population, respectively. Additionally fishing employs 6% of the population.[2]
References and notes
- Estimated based on DEM data from Shuttle Radar Topography Mission
- "ILO census data". Cornell University. 2002. Retrieved 2008-05-03.
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